May weather forecast
Shrewsbury, MA

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A bench in the neat lawns of Pean Park in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, near the calm lake water surrounded by golden and brown trees
A bench in the neat lawns of Pean Park in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, near the calm lake water surrounded by golden and brown trees

Weather in May

May, in Shrewsbury, is typically when residents and visitors can start to enjoy the true hue of spring. The climate is significantly warmer compared to previous months. The area experiences a minor snowfall of 0.12" (3mm) only, signifying the end of the snowfall. As the month progresses, the number of rainfall days increases, enhancing the greenery around town. This increase notwithstanding, May is widely regarded as a great period to engage in outdoor activities.

Temperature

The start of May in Shrewsbury brings a shift in the average high-temperature, increasing from April's mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) to a still refreshing 67.5°F (19.7°C). Nighttime temperature in Shrewsbury lowers to an average of 47.8°F (8.8°C) in May.

Humidity

In Shrewsbury, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Shrewsbury, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.4 rainfall days, and 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Shrewsbury. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Shrewsbury aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Shrewsbury, there are 36.5 snowfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Shrewsbury, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In Shrewsbury, the average sunshine in May is 8.3h.

UV index

In Shrewsbury, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Shrewsbury?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Shrewsbury, is 67.5°F (19.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 47.8°F (8.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Shrewsbury?

In May, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in Shrewsbury in May?

In May, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout May, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Shrewsbury?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Shrewsbury aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Shrewsbury?

The average day length in May in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, is 14h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Shrewsbury?

On the first day of May in Shrewsbury, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 8:16 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shrewsbury have in May?

In Shrewsbury, Massachusetts, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Shrewsbury?

In Shrewsbury, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average temperature in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average high temperature in May: 67.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (31.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 47.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average pressure in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average wind speed in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average humidity in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (71%).

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Average rainfall in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average rainfall in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average rainfall days in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average snowfall in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average snowfall days in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average sunshine days in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average UV index in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average cloud cover in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

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Average visibility in May
Shrewsbury, MA

Average visibility in May - Shrewsbury, MA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).

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